1998 Kia Elan vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1998 Kia Elan and 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Elan (151 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Elan has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Elan | 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Elan | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
